"The location is fantastic, very close to Chengyi Square subway station and bus stops, all within a 10-minute walk. Jimei New Town is generally well-developed with new facilities. The hotel is next to a residential area, and across the street are the Talent Square and a bike path, offering pleasant views of Xinglin Bay Lake and a very quiet atmosphere. It's also close to major shopping areas like Joy City and Seaview Plaza. If you're looking to attend a comic con, there's a civic square nearby, and taxis are easily accessible. For anyone planning to explore Jimei District, I highly recommend it, although it's a bit far from the island's main area. However, it's very convenient for Xiamen North Station, just a fifteen-minute drive away.
Needless to say, the service and cleanliness at Atour are top-notch. They proactively clean daily, and a big plus is that they usually come after 12 PM and always knock and ask if anyone is inside before entering, which is great for late risers. Upon check-in, they offer warm tea; it was pouring rain that day, so a hot drink right when I walked in was incredibly timely. When checking out, they also provide a small bottle of mineral water. However, this might depend on individual needs, as carrying it with all my luggage at the time might have been inconvenient.
Of course, this hotel being cheaper than other Atour properties has its reasons. Firstly, it opened in 2020, so some facilities are showing signs of age or are a bit outdated. For example, the bathroom faucet has water stains and rust (though not very noticeable), and its two-handle design makes it a bit inconvenient to use. Also, the shower's hot water system is quite sensitive, fluctuating between hot and cold, which really detracts from the showering experience. It seems to be an aging system, similar to what you'd find at home. But the most critical issues, which most people will notice, are the poor soundproofing and water noise. The soundproofing is terrible; you can hear every sound whenever someone passes by. Plus, since the window faces an open hall, if you don't close it, you'll be woken up by people eating downstairs in the morning. The other water noise comes from the toilet refilling, which is exactly like a common household problem, though easily fixed by turning off the water inlet valve. Other minor issues include very sharp corners near the entrance; if you bump into them barefoot, it's quite painful. I suggest they check this and perhaps install silicone pads.
Overall, I'm still very satisfied and have a lot of confidence in the Atour brand. If I get the chance, I'd like to try other Atour hotels. Oh, one more thing to add: when it rains, the hotel provides umbrella covers at the entrance, which are removed on sunny days—a thoughtful detail. I'm just curious if they always use the same brand of shower gel? I recall them having a Japanese brand before."